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20, Wigmore Drive

PE2 8UZ

PETERBOROUGH

Current

C

69

Potential

B

87

At a Glance

About This Property

This terraced house is located in PETERBOROUGH, PE2 8UZ. The property offers 53m² (570 sq ft) of modest-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is built during the 1980s construction period. The property holds an EPC rating of C (69/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (87/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £553, comprising £401 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £58 for lighting. The property produces 2.2 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.

How Does 20, Wigmore Drive Compare?

With an energy efficiency score of 69/100, this PETERBOROUGH property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £553 are approximately £1247 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. With 53m² of space, this is a more compact property compared to the UK average of 87m². CO2 emissions of 2.2 tonnes/year are less than half the UK household average, making this an environmentally friendly choice.

Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the PE2 postcode district.

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How This Property Compares

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vs UK Average

This property69
Average60
+15% better
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vs PETERBOROUGH

This property69
Average65
+6% better
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vs PE2

This property69
Average65
+6% better

National Ranking: With an EPC score of 69/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.

Top 40% nationally

Energy Costs: £117/year less than the PETERBOROUGH average

Energy Efficiency Rating

📊 Official EPC Register Data
A92-100
B81-91
Potential
C69-80
Current
D55-68
E39-54
F21-38
G1-20

Current Rating

C(69 points)

Potential Rating

B(87 points)

With recommended improvements

Based on assessment dated 12 Jan 2016

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Property Information

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Full Address

20, Wigmore Drive

PE2 8UZ

PETERBOROUGH

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Property Type

House

End-Terrace

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Construction Age

England and Wales: 1983-1990

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Floor Area

53.0

3.0 total rooms

3.0 heated

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Tenure

rental (private)

Efficiency Score

69 / 100

Potential: 87

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CO₂ Emissions

2.2 tonnes/year

41 kg/m²

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Energy Consumption

234 kWh/m²/year

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Last Inspected

12 Jan 2016

rental (private)

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About PETERBOROUGH

PETERBOROUGH is situated in Cambridgeshire, East of England. Properties in PETERBOROUGH have an average EPC rating of D (score 65/100). Heating costs are £269 below the PETERBOROUGH average, offering good value. The PE2 postcode district contains over 19400 registered properties.

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Location & Nearby Area

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Annual Energy Costs

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Heating

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

£401.0/yr

Save £24/yr

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Hot Water

£94.0/yr

Save £32/yr

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Lighting

43.0% low energy

£58.0/yr

Save £21/yr

Building Elements

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Walls

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)

Good
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Roof

Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation

Good
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Windows

Fully double glazed

Average
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Floor

Solid, no insulation (assumed)

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Heating System

Boiler and radiators, mains gas

Good

Main Fuel

mains gas (not community)

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Lighting

Low energy lighting in 43% of fixed outlets

Average
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Nearby Schools

Within 3 miles of this property

Heritage Park Primary School

Primary
📍0.1 miles awayPE2 8XA

Last inspected: Mar 2012

Outstanding

Saint Michael CofE Primary School (Voluntary Aided)

Primary
📍0.6 miles awayPE2 8SZ

Last inspected: Sept 2022

⚠️Requires improvement

Southfields Primary School

Primary
📍0.8 miles awayPE2 8PU

Last inspected: Sept 2019

Good

Oakdale Primary School

Primary
📍0.9 miles awayPE2 8TD

Last inspected: Nov 2021

Good

Stanground Academy

Secondary
📍1 miles awayPE7 3BY

Last inspected: Jun 2023

Good

Stanground St Johns CofE Primary School

Primary
📍1.2 miles awayPE2 8JG

Last inspected: Jun 2018

Good

Farcet CofE (C) Primary School

Primary
📍1.4 miles awayPE7 3AR

Last inspected: Jun 2022

Good

Old Fletton Primary School

Primary
📍2 miles awayPE2 9DR

Last inspected: Jul 2021

Good

About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.

Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.

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Broadband & Connectivity

🚀Ultrafast Broadband

Average download speed: 500 Mbps

⚡ Gigabit Available
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Download Speed

Minimum:30 Mbps
Average:500 Mbps
Maximum:1000 Mbps
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Upload Speed

Minimum:50 Mbps
Average:200 Mbps
Maximum:200 Mbps

Available Providers

Virgin MediaHyperopticBTSkyTalkTalk

What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.

Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.

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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.

Cost estimates are approximate and actual savings may vary. Find local tradesmen to get accurate quotes for improvements.

Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.

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